Fly Stay Cruise - 19 Day Scenic Jewels of Europe
Enjoy an exceptional-value holiday that seamlessly combines return flights, pre- and post-cruise hotels and/or tours with a cruise—removing the stress of planning so you can enjoy every moment from departure to return.
This package includes international airfares and flights will be added to your booking at no additional cost.
River cruises are a relaxed, informal way to travel - there are fewer passengers on board compared to an ocean cruise, which means ample opportunity to make lifelong friends. You will pass through the world's most loved cities and towns; disembark and enjoy a shore excursion or two, or simply wander around and explore on your own.
Our Leisurely tours are designed for a relaxed travel experience, they feature longer stays in each destination and ample free time. Unpack, unwind, and explore at your own pace with minimal early starts or hotel changes.
✓ 14-night cruise onboard Scenic’s Space-Ships
✓ Return international airfares
✓ 1-night pre-cruise stay in Amsterdam
✓ 1-night post-cruise stay in Budapest
✓ Airport transfers
✓ Breakfast daily
✓ All onboard dining, tipping, entertainment and port charges
Inspiring Value
Exclusive fly-stay-cruise package savings
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours Inclusions
Wi-Fi, all shore-excursions included, gourmet onboard dining and drinks included. Elegant Suites with butler service.
Sail with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and enjoy world-class service, elegant ships, and unforgettable experiences at sea.
Experience Europe in unrivaled luxury with Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours, including pre- and post-cruise nights, airport transfers, and full-service flights. Cruise the Rhine, Main, and Danube past vineyards and romantic towns, enjoy exclusive concerts in historic venues, and meet locals for authentic, unforgettable encounters in the heart of Europe.
Your journey begins with an international flight from Australia to Amsterdam. Enjoy award-winning service, including in-flight entertainment and complimentary dining
Upon arrival at Amsterdam Airport, you will be met and transferred to the Renaissance Amsterdam Hotel, ideally located in the heart of the city. Situated near Amsterdam Central Station, the hotel offers easy access to the historic canal district, Dam Square, boutique shopping streets, cafés, and museums.
Special Information
Arrival airport transfers are included as part of your package. You will be met upon arrival at the airport and transferred directly to your ship.
With Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, Scenic Enrich and Scenic Freechoice are both included experiences designed to enhance your journey. Scenic Enrich events are exclusive, immersive cultural highlights created specifically for Scenic guests and scheduled as part of the itinerary. Scenic Freechoice offers a selection of included touring options in each destination, allowing guests to personalise their day based on their interests and preferred activity level. Freechoice selections are made onboard with the Cruise Director, who will outline the available options and manage the booking process for each guest.
Please note: This itinerary is intended as a guide and may be amended for operational reasons, such as high or low water levels. As such, the cruise experience may differ slightly from what is outlined.
Your journey begins in the picturesque city of Amsterdam. A labyrinth of narrow laneways and canals lined with beautifully preserved 17th-century buildings and charming cafés, the city is a delight to wander. Board your ultra-luxury 5-star Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon, meet your fellow guests and raise a glass to the start of a fascinating journey ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception.
This morning, arrive in the 2,000-year-old city of Cologne early this afternoon. Cologne suffered extensive damage during World War II but was painstakingly restored over the following decades. Set out on a walking tour of the Old Town, admiring its historic buildings, beautiful squares and the World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. Then enjoy some free time to explore the city on your own.
Cruise Highlights
Relax on board this morning as you cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, where the landscapes could have been pulled from the pages of a fairytale. This 65-kilometre stretch of the river is dotted with some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Look out for the Lorelei statue, dedicated to the tragic legend of a beautiful maiden. This afternoon, disembark in Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. The charming town centre is filled with half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets such as traditional Christmas ornaments and cuckoo clocks, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens.
Cruise Highlights
Relax on board this morning as you cruise towards Miltenberg. You may like to book a massage in the spa or relax in the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which has natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. This afternoon, dock in Miltenberg. Located on the banks of the River Main, this historic town is one of the best preserved in Germany, home to hundreds of pastel-coloured half-timbered houses and one of the country’s oldest inns, Zum Riesen. Today is all about connecting with culture and meeting the locals.
Cruise Highlights
This afternoon, choose from the following Scenic Freechoice tours that will immerse you in local life.
With its lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture, you’ll be captivating by the glamorous port of Würzburg. This city straddles the Main River in the heart of Franconian wine country. Surrounded by undulating vineyards, Würzburg is home to a World Heritage-listed palace, a dominating hilltop fortress, the 15th century Old Main Bridge, and three universities, including Bavaria’s oldest.
Cruise Highlights
Today, dock in the picturesque Bamberg after lunch. You could spend this morning relaxing in your spacious suite or enjoying the vistas of the Main River from the Sun deck. Built on seven hills, this World Heritage-listed town has surprises at every turn. Intersected by rivers and canals, Bamberg’s Old Town is resplendent with cobblestoned streets and well-preserved medieval buildings. Admire the charming Town Hall which occupies an island on its own, a Gothic and Romanesque-style cathedral, and the Old and New Residences – comprising an episcopal palace, a pretty ‘Little Venice’ and a 12th century castle that teeters on the highest of the seven hills.
Cruise Highlights
Arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria’s second-largest city,where the Old Town is protected by an ancient city wall. The city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th century Imperial Castle, which was the preferred residence of German kings.
Behind its charming façade, Nuremberg also has a turbulent history. During WWII, the city was favoured by the Nazis for party rallies and many of the anti-Jewish laws began here. By 1945, the city was reduced to rubble, including large sections of the Imperial Castle and Old Town. After the war, Nazi leaders were tried here for their war crimes.
Cruise Highlights
Scenic Freechoice: Make your choice from today’s Scenic Freechoice experiences:
You will arrive in Regensburg after lunch today. Boasting a staggering 2,000-year history, Regensburg has one of Germany’s best preserved medieval town centres, with more than 900 of its Romanesque and Gothic buildings listed as World Heritage sites. Within its narrow laneways, the city lays claim to having the highest concentration of bars in the country
Cruise Highlights
Today, Regensburg offers a selection of Scenic Freechoice activities to choose from:
Arrive in Passau early this morning. Set at the meeting point of three rivers and close to the border with Austria, it was an important trading point for centuries. It was also a significant town in the Holy Roman Empire and the charming Old Town was mostly built by powerful prince-bishops in an Italianate style.
Cruise Highlights
Take your pick from the following Scenic Freechoice excursions
Spend this morning in Dürnstein, a small and picturesque town in Austria’s scenic Wachau Valley. Enjoy some free time to explore this World Heritage-listed town, perched on the edge of the Danube River and surrounded by ancient, terraced vineyards.
Cruise Highlights
Take your pick from the following Scenic Freechoice excursions
Welcome to Vienna, the capital of Austria and a centre of art, music and culture. The city fostered the musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven, and oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spaces, a vibrant coffee-house scene, and masterpiece-filled galleries and museums. Join your local guide and take a coach ride from the ship to Vienna’s city centre, where you will embark on a walking tour to see highlights such as the Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace. The ship will be docked overnight, so this afternoon you are free to wander around the city or relax on board your Scenic SpaceShip.
Cruise Highlights
Classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein: Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein this evening as you relish an exclusive private classical concert. Enjoy a glass of fine Austrian Sekt and listen to the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart performed by a renowned orchestra. Accompanied by ballet dancers and vocalists, and surrounded by world-famous art, this will be a concert that you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Wake this morning with Vienna on your doorstep. A city full of grandeur, Austria’s imperial capital is famous for having the world’s most beautiful boulevard, The Ringstrasse, and for the legacy of the Habsburg monarchy. Slow down and spend a full day exploring Vienna or venture further afield.
Cruise Highlights
Take your pick from the following Scenic Freechoice excursions
This morning you will arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe’s most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. It’s an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths, and has a vibrant nightlife scene.
Cruise Highlights
Take your pick from the following Scenic Freechoice excursions
Your journey concludes this morning. After one final breakfast on board, depart with a lifetime of memories.
You will be transferred to your hotel to enjoy leisure time in Budapest and reflect on your Inspiring Scenic experience.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.
Take a well-earned day to relax and recharge in Budapest at your own pace. After several days of sightseeing, enjoy some well-deserved downtime at your hotel or simply immerse yourself in the city’s easygoing atmosphere. Settle into a cozy café or stroll along the Danube, taking in the scenic views and unhurried rhythm of daily life. For the ultimate relaxation, visit one of the city’s renowned thermal baths, such as the iconic Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and indulge in a soothing soak in its historic, mineral-rich waters.
Enjoy a private airport transfer from your Hotel in Budapest to board your full service flight back to Australia.
You will be met at the reception of your hotel in Budapest by your private driver for a seamless transfer to the airport. Enjoy a comfortable journey as you make your way to board your full-service flight back to Australia. For complete details, including pick-up time and any additional instructions, please refer to your final travel documentation.
Your journey begins with an international flight from Australia to Amsterdam. Enjoy award-winning service, including in-flight entertainment and complimentary dining
Sail through the majestic Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Explore Amsterdam’s historic canals and charming streets.
Wander the WWII sites of Nuremberg.
Indulge in culinary delights at Budapest’s Central Market.
Enjoy exclusive classical concerts in iconic, historic venues.
Visit romantic towns and vineyards along the Rhine, Main, and Danube.
Scenic’s Space-Ships
Scenic’s Space-Ships redefine river cruising, offering an ultra-luxury experience for up to 163 guests. Each ship features spacious, elegantly appointed suites with Scenic’s signature Sun Lounge, many with private verandahs, and butler service for every suite. Guests enjoy all-inclusive gourmet dining, premium beverages, wellness facilities, and exclusive excursions. From sun decks and vitality pools to fitness and relaxation areas, every detail is designed for comfort and indulgence. Personalized service, seamless transfers, gratuities, and Wi‑Fi are included, creating a truly effortless, immersive journey through Europe’s iconic rivers.
Balcony Suite- from $4,415 per person, twin share. Solo fare on application.
For guests who want that “open the door and breathe it in” feeling, a Balcony Stateroom adds a private outdoor space accessed via floor-to-ceiling glass doors. All balcony staterooms offer a king-sized double bed that can be made into two twin beds, a restroom with a shower, a cabinet, a hair dryer, a vanity, a minibar, a TV, and room service. Cleaning service twice a day.
Cabin upgrades and prices are subject to availability at the time of booking. Please select this option to indicate your preferred upgrade. Once confirmed, the additional cost will be added to your invoice and included with your final payment.
Payment Information
Secure your trip with a $99.00 deposit per person.
Once we receive your deposit, we will send you an invoice with your remaining balance and payment options.
Instalment Schedule
Terms and conditions
Please note that this package is a Cruises by Inspiring Vacations package. Please review the terms and conditions here: https://cruises.inspiringvacations.com/au/terms-and-conditions
Starting Point
Your starting hotel may differ from the original itinerary. Please refer to your final documentation which will be provided approximately 14-30 days before departure for your confirmed hotel list. If you need to book pre-tour accommodation independently, we suggest you do this only once you have received your final hotel list for your tour. If you would like to book something sooner, we recommend that you book using a flexible rate that can be cancelled through your chosen third-party provider without penalty.
Travellers will arrive at various times throughout the day depending on flights booked. If arriving before standard check-in time, which is generally 3pm, you are welcome to leave your luggage at hotel reception and explore your surroundings until check-in becomes available as there are no scheduled activities on day 1 of the itinerary. The hotel may grant early check-in, however this is strictly subject to availability and at the hotel’s discretion.
Note: if you need to apply for a tourist visa before departure, we recommend using the details of the suggested hotel on the tour itinerary if you wish to fulfil this before the release of your final tour documentation. Please refer to our visa section for more information on whether or not a visa is required for your destination.
Arrival Details
Airport transfers are included as part of your package.
On arrival look out for a representative holding a sign with your name after you have collected your baggage and exited customs. If you cannot find them, try to avoid wandering around and instead stay in one place and call the emergency contact number on your documentation.
In Case of Emergency
Although we strive to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, unforeseen circumstances can occasionally arise during travel. If any issues arise during your tour, it's essential to promptly communicate them to your tour leader or local representative. This ensures they can take immediate action to address the problem and mitigate any negative impact on the remainder of your journey.
We understand that there may be instances where your tour leader or local representative is unable to resolve a situation to your satisfaction. In such cases, we encourage you to request that the tour leader or local representative escalate the matter to their direct manager for further assistance.
When your final tour documentation is released, this will include an emergency contact for our local travel partner while you are on tour.
Finishing Point
Your finishing hotel may differ from the original itinerary. Please refer to your final documentation which will be provided approximately 14-30 days before departure for your confirmed hotel list. If you need to book additional post-tour accommodation, please do so once you have the final hotel list. We recommend booking a flexible rate that can be changed or cancelled without penalty should there be any unforeseen changes to your booking.
Travellers will depart at various times throughout the day depending on flights booked. Check-out time is generally from 10am-12pm. You are welcome to leave your luggage at the hotel reception and spend your final moments of free time exploring the area or please speak with hotel staff if you would like to extend your check-out time. This service is subject to availability and will likely come at an additional cost payable directly.
Departure Details
Airport transfers are included as part of your package, at a suitable time you will be collected from your hotel and transferred to the airport.
Accommodation
All hotels listed are subject to change; any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding requests cannot be guaranteed and are always on a request basis with the hotel.
Bedding Configuration
Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, but we can not guarantee your request will be available at all properties.
Single travellers
When booking this tour, solo travellers will be presented with two options:
1 - Single Supplement
By paying an additional AU$6,500 per person, in addition to the twin-share price, you guarantee the privacy of your room throughout the entire tour.
Please note when choosing Single Supplement for this tour, your room will generally consist of a double or semi-double bed. Occasionally there may be a hotel that will provide a single bedded room for single travellers.
2- Shared Room with a known friend
If travelling together with a friend, you can opt to share your room with them and avoid paying a single supplement.
You and your friend can create a unique booking each. Creating a unique booking, gives each of you the flexibility of making different travel arrangements (such as adding extra accommodation, flights, etc), making separate payments and having individual access to our Traveller Hub
During the purchase path, you will need to provide your friend’s booking ID (if known) or at a minimum, your friend’s full name.
Itinerary Changes
Please note that as part of our commitment to constantly improving our passenger experience, there may be itinerary changes between the time of booking and when you travel. These changes are always made with your experience in mind and will be clearly communicated in advance if they affect your booking.
Trusted Travel Partner Tour
Your chosen tour will be operated by one of our trusted travel partners. These are meticulously crafted tours designed by established travel partners we know and trust. These tours offer a unique and exciting way to explore the world, packed with incredible sights and experiences
Documentation
Travel documentation is sent digitally 30 days before departure. No postal documents are issued. You must complete your cruise personaliser directly with the cruise line. We cannot complete this on your behalf. Visit the Know Before You Go section for guidance, and you will receive an email reminder when it is time to complete this.
Visas & Entry Requirements
Many countries require a visa and obtaining the correct visa for your tour and any countries you may transit through is your responsibility. We recommend you check your visa requirements as soon as you have booked your tour. This will ensure you have time to prepare your documents and for your visa application to be processed. You can check the visa entry requirements for your nationality via our page here:
https://inspiringvacations-8357211.hs-sites.com/visa-information
You’ll need a valid passport to travel internationally and most countries require your passport to have a minimum of 6 months validity, so remember to check the expiry date.
We need your passport information to get everything ready for your tour so the information on your booking must match your passport exactly. Please take care to provide the correct details. We recommend carrying a copy of the photo page of your passport while travelling and leaving a copy at home with family or friends.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is strongly recommended on all our tours. We require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. It is also important to consider forced pre-tour cancellations and how your chosen insurance policy may cover such circumstances, so please keep this in mind when choosing your provider.
We strongly recommend all travellers have a policy that also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage or personal effects. For international tours, you will be asked by your tour leader for your travel insurance details if they were not already added to your Traveller Hub account pre-departure.
If you have credit card insurance your Inspiring Vacations tour leader or local guide may require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number, and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and your credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details before arriving in-country.
Before you depart, you will be asked to submit your Travel Insurance details through the booking holder's Traveller Hub account through the Inspiring Vacations website. This is to ensure that we have this information readily available should we ever need it.
Official Travel Advice
To ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey, we recommend referring to the official travel advisory website of your home country for the latest updates on your chosen destination. These websites provide valuable information on:
Here is a help link to get you started:
In the unlikely event of a situation that could potentially disrupt your tour, we want to assure you of the following:
By staying informed and working together, we can ensure a fantastic travel experience for you. We will post our own travel updates to our website here.
Post-Tour Feedback
Once your booking is confirmed, you will receive a link to a post-purchase survey, which is your opportunity to share your feedback with us on your booking experience and interactions with our Sales and Customer Success teams. This feedback is invaluable to ensure that we are servicing our customers to the best of our ability.
Scenic Superearly Bird Promotion
Your booking has been confirmed under the Scenic Super Early Pay in Full Discount.
To retain this discounted rate, full payment must be made no later than 10 months prior to departure. If full payment is not received by this deadline, the booking will revert to the standard fare and a revised invoice reflecting the increased price will be issued in writing.
If you are already within 10 months of departure, full payment is required within 48 hours of the initial deposit being paid.
Terms and Conditions
For the full terms and conditions for Cruises by Inspiring Vacations, please see HERE.
This is a flight inclusive package.
This package includes international airfares and flights will be added to your booking at no additional cost. Select your departure city after clicking ‘Book Now’.
Flights are included only for travel within the tour's start and end dates and cannot be altered. Deviations are not permitted for this tour.
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